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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. comprehensive /kahm-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – including everything that is necessary; complete The school offers a comprehensive range of courses in science and technology. seismic /SEE-zmik/ [adjective] – relating to or caused by earthquakes or other vibrations of the Earth and its crust The seismic activity in the region caused minor tremors last night. capability /key-puh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability or power to do something The new software greatly enhances our capability to analyze data efficiently. transformative /trans-FORM-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – causing a marked change in someone or something The discovery of antibiotics was transformative for modern medicine. deployment…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unexpected /un-ik-SPEK-tid/ [adjective] – not expected; surprising The sudden rainstorm was unexpected and caught everyone by surprise. nocturnal /nok-TUR-nl/ [adjective] – active during the night rather than during the day Owls are nocturnal birds that hunt at night for small animals like mice. elusive /i-LOO-siv/ [adjective] – difficult to find, catch, or achieve The elusive thief managed to escape from the police yet again. graceful /GREYS-fuhl/ [adjective] – having or showing grace or elegance The ballet dancer performed with graceful movements that mesmerized the audience. awkward /AWK-werd/ [adjective] – causing or feeling embarrassment or inconvenience He…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sinuous /SIN-yoo-uhs/ [adjective] – moving in a twisting, curving, or indirect way, or having many curves The river followed a sinuous path through the valley, winding gracefully between the hills. terrain /tuh-REYN/ [noun] – an area of land, when considering its natural features The hikers navigated the rugged terrain carefully, climbing over rocks and through dense forests. grasp /grasp/ [noun] – understanding or comprehension of something His grasp of quantum physics allowed him to contribute significantly to the latest research findings. trajectory /truh-JEK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – metaphorically refers to the expected paths or courses of development and…
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©Scott Reid/Handout via REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. precursor /pri-KUR-ser/ [noun] – something that happened or existed before another thing, especially if it either developed into it or had an influence on it The discovery of primitive bone tools is considered a precursor to more advanced tool-making techniques in human history. roam /rohm/ [verb] – to move about or travel, especially without a clear idea of what you are going to do In a bustling city, pigeons often roam the streets, pecking at scraps and searching for food. pineal gland /PIN-ee-uhl GLAND/ [noun] – a small organ in the brain…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. discern /dih-SURN/ [verb] – to perceive, recognize, or detect something, typically something subtle or not easily noticeable She could discern his hesitation from the way he avoided eye contact. arthritis /ahr-THRAHY-tis/ [noun] – a serious condition in which a person’s joints (the places where two bones are connected) become painful, swollen, and stiff Her grandmother struggled with arthritis, making it difficult for her to move comfortably. preliminary /pri-LIM-uh-ner-ee/ [adjective] – coming before a more important action or event, especially introducing or preparing for it The preliminary findings from the study suggest a need for further investigation…
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©Rodrigo Temp Muller/Handout via REUTERS/File Photo Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. diminutive /dih-MIN-yuh-tiv/ [adjective] – very small or tiny The diminutive puppy fit perfectly in the palm of her hand. fossilized /FOS-uh-lized/ [adjective] – preserved in the form of a fossil The fossilized remains of the dinosaur were unearthed by archaeologists last summer. predator /PRED-uh-ter/ [noun] – an animal that hunts, kills, and eats other animals The tiger is a formidable predator known for its stealth and strength in hunting prey. extinction /ik-STINGK-shuhn/ [noun] – a situation in which something no longer exists The extinction of the dinosaurs occurred millions of…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – extremely important or critical, especially in affecting the future or outcome of something The invention of the printing press was a pivotal moment in the history of communication. dominant /DOM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – having power and influence over others Lions are dominant animals in their habitats, often leading prides of other lions. genetic /juh-NET-ik/ [adjective] – relating to genes or heredity, particularly the study of how traits are passed down through generations Genetic research has led to significant breakthroughs in understanding inherited diseases. mutation /myoo-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a change in the DNA sequence…
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©Curtin University/Gabriel Ugueto/Handout via REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. soar /sawr/ [verb] – to fly or glide high in the air with great ease and grace The eagle soared majestically above the mountain peaks. paleontology /pey-lee-uhn-TOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – the scientific study of organisms that lived on earth before there were written records, esp. by examining fossils Paleontology helps us understand how dinosaurs lived and evolved millions of years ago by studying their fossilized remains. fossilization /fos-uh-ly-ZAY-shuhn / [noun] – the process by which organic materials are converted into fossils The fossilization of dinosaur bones provides valuable insights into prehistoric ecosystems…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pathogenic /puh-thuh-JEN-ik/ [adjective] – capable of causing disease; relating to pathogenesis The pathogenic bacteria spread quickly among the community, causing illness in many people. tropism /TROH-piz-uhm/ [noun] – the turning or bending movement of an organism or a part toward or away from an external stimulus The scientist studied the tropism of the sunflower, noting how it consistently turned its head to follow the path of the sun throughout the day. manifestation /man-uh-fuh-STAY-shuhn/ [noun ] – a clear appearance or expression of something, often a symptom of a condition Her allergy to peanuts had a manifestation…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. undergo /uhn-der-GOH/ [verb] – to experience something that is unpleasant or has a strong effect He had to undergo surgery after the accident. immune system /uh-MYOON-si-stm/ [noun] – the cells and tissues in the body that make it able to protect itself against infection Eating fruits and vegetables can help strengthen your immune system. stabilize /STEY-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to become or make something become firm, steady, or unlikely to change The doctor gave him medicine to help stabilize his condition. adverse /ad-VURS/ [adjective] – having a negative or harmful effect on something Smoking has adverse effects…
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